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Fayetteville State University was placed on a brief lockdown Thursday just before noon as local law enforcement responded to reports of an active shooter investigation on or near campus.


Lockdown lifted at Fayetteville State University after active shooter investigation

COVERAGE. YOU CAN COUNT ON. >> AND BREAKING RIGHT NOW AT NOON, A LOCKDOWN WAS LIFTED AT FAYETTEVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY JUST MOMENTS AGO. LAW ENFORCEMENT WAS RESPONDING TO REPORTS OF AN ACTIVE SHOOTER ON OR NEAR CAMPUS. THANK YOU FOR BEING WITH US. I'M RENEE CHOU. LET'S GET STRAIGHT OVER TO MICHELLE MACKONOCHIE WHO'S IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER WITH WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT THIS INVESTIGATION. YEAH, OR NAY. JUST MINUTES AGO, THE ALL CLEAR WAS GIVEN AT FAYETTEVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY. THIS IS THE MESSAGE ON THEIR WEBSITE ALL-CLEAR ALL FAIR AT THIS. YOU POLICE HAVE ISSUED THE ALL CLEAR. >> RESUME REGULAR ACTIVITY. SKY 5 IS OVER FSU RIGHT NOW. THIS IS A LIVE LOOK AT THE SCHOOL. BUT EARLIER, THIS IS THE STATEMENT THAT WE DID RECEIVE FROM PULLED THE CAMPUS FAITHFUL, SAY UNIVERSITY CURRENTLY WORKING WITH LOT LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT IN RESPONSE TO AN ACTIVE SHOOTER INVESTIGATION ON OR NEAR CAMPUS. THE CAMPUS IS CURRENTLY ON LOCKDOWN. ALL STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF HAVE BEEN DIRECTED TO SHELTER IN PLACE AND ONE WHO OBSERVED SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY IS URGED TO CALL 9-1-1. AGAIN, THE ALL-CLEAR HAS BEEN GIVEN AT FSU. THEY ARE RESUMING REGULAR ACTIVITIES

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Three Fayetteville high school football players dead from car crashing into telephone pole

Deadly Fayetteville crash on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025

Stein, NC Democratic Party calls on legislator to resign after sex charges against a minor

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Bill Belichick 'fully committed' to UNC amid reports of dysfunction, toxic culture at program

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Cool fall weather returns, but weekend showers and scattered storms possible 

Windy days ahead: Oct. 9-12, 2025

Police: Man attempted to rape woman walking her dog on Carrboro bikeway

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Putin says Russian air defenses were to blame for Azerbaijani jet's crash last year, killing 38

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The biotech company says its donation would expand its collaboration with Durham Technical Community College and support a new life-sciences center aimed at increasing the biopharma talent pool. 

Biogen pledges $250K to biopharma career training program

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A person was hit by an SUV and killed Wednesday night while trying to cross U.S. Highway 70 in Clayton, according to police.

Person killed while crossing US 70 in Clayton, police say

Person injured in SUV crash in Clayton

The Carolina Hurricanes begin their 2025-26 season Thursday night against the New Jersey Devils. It will provide the first regular-season look at offseason acquisitions K'Andre Miller and Nikolaj Ehlers.

Carolina Hurricanes start 2025-26 season hosting New Jersey Devils

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A crash on N. Main Street in Fuquay-Varina is under investigation Thursday morning.


Stolen car hits utility pole in Fuquay-Varina, deputies searching for driver

Car hits utility pole in Fuquay-Varina, no injuries reported

Consumer Reports experts share some easy kitchen fixes that will help you save big with just a few small changes.


5 On Your Side: Money-saving kitchen tips

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A shocking discovery in Durham County has residents on edge as opened mail, including jury summons and medical records, was found discarded in a ditch. With valuable contents missing, locals are questioning mail security.


Mail found opened and thrown into a ditch in Durham County

Pile of opened mail behind a Durham County home

The families of two victims of a tragic boating accident at Harris Lake that claimed the life of 10-year-old Brooklyn Carroll are now suing the driver of the boat, the boat's owner and the passengers on the boat. The lawsuits name eight defendants in total.


Lawsuits: Boater had .17 blood alcohol when he hit, killed child & injured woman on Harris Lake

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No serious injuries were reported, but the crash comes as multiple districts across central North Carolina have seen school bus crashes in the last two weeks.

Durham police investigate after SUV crashes into school bus

Durham police are investigating after a man was hit and killed while walking on the train tracks on Wednesday.


A man is dead after hit by train in Durham, police investigate

A coastal low will bring everything from rain to wind to coastal flooding and high surf along the Outer Banks.

Nor'Easter likely to bring more impacts to North Carolina's already-troubled coastline

Nor'Easter impact to North Carolina this week

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Each week, we'll post a new weekly table of prices for 11 staple grocery items to help you compare across multiple Triangle area stores.

Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

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Races for mayor in Durham and Fayetteville top the ballot in an off year. Dozens of communities across the state will vote in local races. Find complete results for 2025 elections in North Carolina here.

2025 municipal election results

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Multiple sources with knowledge of the inner workings of Bill Belichick's program say that UNC football's losses are a product of a divided locker room, a disorganized coaching staff and a failure to communicate.


Divided locker room, disastrous results: Players, parents blame Belichick culture for UNC problems

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The holiday shopping season kicks off this week with competing events from Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Kohl's and we have a list of the best buys! 

2025 holiday shopping season kicks off with big retail events: See the list of top deals

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A barbecue donut, pickle juice popsicles and cotton candy iced tea are among the 86 new foods coming to the North Carolina State Fair for 2025.

New NC State Fair foods for 2025 include hot Cheetos pickle pizza, BBQ doughnuts

New NC State Fair foods for 2025

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Durham Bulls Athletic Park will be transformed into a vibrant autumn celebration. Enjoy Pumpkin Batting Practice, climb to the top of Hay Mountain, hop aboard the Wool E. Hay Wagon, paint your own pumpkin, and savor seasonal food and drinks that capture the flavors of the season. 

Smash pumpkins at Durham Bulls' FestiBull this weekend

Alabama sheriff faces backlash over wife's controversial Halloween decorations

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NC mother worries about government shutdown's effects on WIC program

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Alabama police chief resigns after 4 months because of leaked video

AL: POLICE CHIEF RESIGNS BEFORE LEAKED VIDEO SURFACES

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Get ready Caniacs! New food, changes for hockey season 

Rendering of new view for Carolina Hurricanes fans

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Local News

North Estes Drive reopens in Chapel Hill after temporary closure due to gas leak repair

Sharpsburg man arrested, charged with downloading child sexual abuse material

NC launches 'Operation Crash Reduction' to combat speeding and distracted driving statewide

E-bike confusion sparks safety concerns; Apex boy winds up in hospital with broken arm

Pope Leo condemns economies that marginalize the poor while the wealthy live in a bubble of luxury

Nation/World

What we know about the next steps in the deal to pause the war in Gaza

Federal court to weigh Trump's deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago area

2 Pennsylvania state police officers are shot in an exchange of gunfire with suspect who was killed

Pentagon, journalists on collision course as restrictions on reporting loom

It is a busy weekend in the Triangle with lots of chances to enjoy some festivals.


Weekend best bets: Wake Forest Pride, Durham Bulls Festibull

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Beer in Raleigh: Your weekend brewery crawl guide

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100+ events in NC to enjoy this October

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Foodie News: National Cinnamon Roll Day and more sweet local restaurant news

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Quiz: Which new NC State Fair food are you?

NC State Fair teases new rides, attractions

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Out & About

Fact check: Jeffries says GOP 'effectively ended' medical research in the US

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Fact check: Did Democrats propose to give health care to immigrants illegally in the US?

Federal government shutdown: Live fact-checks as Democrats, GOP spar over health care, layoffs

Fact-checking claims that Erika Kirk's charity is tied to trafficking

Fact-checking claims about Tylenol's 2017 social media post and pregnancy guidance

Privatize NC's liquor sales? Leader of DOGE-style group wants to explore the cost

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Child fatality task force makes recommendations to combat social media addiction

NC Republicans aim to keep Lumbee representation after House departure

North Carolina child fatality group links social media algorithms, AI chat bots to suicide risks

NC lawmakers' version of DOGE to meet, pushing for greater government efficiency

After brief suspension, UNC prof back in the classroom, advocating for free speech

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Teacher of the Week: Nancy Gonzalez

Durham schools look at solutions for classified staff salaries

Durham Public Schools weighing 3 options for calculating classified staff salaries

Wake school board discusses when to use AI - and when to not

NC State suit admits 'extensive' PCB contamination, stops short of linking cancer cases to Poe Hall

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Battling fires and burnout: Raleigh firefighters worked more than 117,000 hours of OT in one year

CJF America sends partial payment to worker amid lawsuit and executives evading police

NC lawmakers wanted to make COVID shots easier to get. Why the law they passed did the opposite

NC officials begin process to help thousands of state workers switch doctors, as Duke negotiations sour

NCAA moves to allow student-athletes, staff to bet on pro sports

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ACC looks to have a wide-open race for the spotlight with few returning all-conference performers

Return within recovery: Jayson Tatum back at Duke as Chief Basketball Officer

Mark Sanchez, ex-NFL quarterback, stabbed then charged after fight in Indianapolis

Lea: The Carolina Panthers are growing up ... kinda, sorta

No. 20 Grimsley sweeps McMichael to boost resume as 7A contender

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No. 1 Green Level, No. 5 Green Hope to play for conference title live on HighSchoolOT

Three E.E. Smith football players killed in car crash; Game vs. South View postponed

HighSchoolOT's Male and Female Athletes of the Week for September 29-October 4

The Starting 22: Best players from Week 7 of the North Carolina high school football season

A church in Edgecombe County is a symbol of the power of a hurricane. WRAL's Tar Heel Traveler shares the spirit of a town, committed to keeping its history upright.

Tar Heel Traveler: Princeville 

One local man who has served in the lions club for over 6 decades. WRAL's Tar Heel Traveler shares the states and continents he's traveled to over that time span and what he says keeps him going.

Tar Heel Traveler: The Longest Lion 

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers who cleans up the debris after an Outer Banks home collapses into the Atlantic Ocean. He also answered questions about garbage is converted into energy.

In Depth with Dan: Beachfront homes collapse in NC's Outer Banks, converting garbage into energy

In Depth with Dan: Who cleans up the debris when a beachfront collapses in NC's Outer Banks?

Smart tech in your home could be draining your wallet, but these simple tips will save you money.

Simple fixes to smart home tech items could help save money

Attorneys representing NC State alumni and students battling cancer told WRAL News they have reason to believe the university altered or destroyed evidence tied to the chemical contamination inside Poe Hall.

NC State alums raise concerns of evidence tampering at Poe Hall

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At least nine homes collapsed in the Outer Banks, scattering debris for miles. Crews are cleaning septic tanks, lumber and waste as rising seas put more houses at risk.

Collapsed Buxton homes leave toxic mess along Outer Banks beaches

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Tips for saving big on grocery shopping as prices grow higher

5 On Your Side: How to save big on grocery shopping

5 On Your Side: Decoding your energy bills

Decode your energy bill: Tips to understand charges and track your savings

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NC State admits 'extensive' PCB contamination in lawsuit, stops short of linking cancer cases to Poe Hall

CJF America sends partial payment to worker amid lawsuit

CJF America president misses court for second time in as many weeks, attorney says she's hospitalized

CJF America president misses court again, attorney says she's hospitalized

Investigations

Guest column: Your job is safer from AI than Silicon Valley wants you to believe

Is there an AI bubble? Financial institutions sound a warning

RIoT Demo Night is games, beer and a sneak peek at the future

Triangle Tech Night celebrates two years of community connections

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Ferrari reveals features of first fully electric vehicle, raises 2026 forecasts

PepsiCo, fresh off a strong third quarter, says new products will soon boost customer demand

Domino's Pizza is about to look -- and sound -- a lot different

IRS will furlough nearly half of its workforce as the government shutdown enters a second week

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